In the next few days, Link devoted all his energy to the research regarding the silent casting of the Mending Charm spell.
What he wanted to do was also very simple, that was to constantly cast Mending Charm, and then sense the way the magic power of Mending Charm operated, which is the magic model often mentioned by Muggles in wizarding tales.
This was not an easy thing to do, especially for the current Link.
When casting a spell, the flow of magical power and the formation of the magic model happened in just an instant. Relying solely on Link's current mental power to capture the complete spell model of Mending Charm in that moment was simply a fantasy.
However, though it was extremely difficult, under Link's unrelenting persistence, he still managed to figure out a rough outline of Mending Charm's magic model.
But wanting to cast a silent version of Mending Charm based on this outline alone was still absolutely impossible.
At this point, Link had no choice but to temporarily put aside the research.
He wasn't someone who just studies to death; since he clearly understood that there was an unbreakable wall in front of him, he wouldn't bang his head against it until it bled.
Since his own efforts alone could not bring progress in a short time, it was time to seek external assistance.
With that thought, on Friday afternoon, Link directly sought out Professor Sprout.
At this time, Sprout was always in the greenhouse on the first floor tending to those "lovely" flowers and plants, so Link did not go to her office, but went straight to the greenhouse.
Professor Sprout's greenhouse was definitely one of the most magical places in all of Hogwarts.
In this not-so-large space, there were all sorts of magical plants densely packed everywhere, these were herbs frequently used in Potions class.
Link had been completely amazed when he first saw this scene.
Because this witch, who had never received modern agricultural education, had actually already developed hydroponic planting techniques, hanging pot planting methods, and special nutrient bag cultivation techniques for fungi, all of which maximized the use of growing space. It was truly fantastical.
Of course, the difficulty in planting magical plants was not just in these technical innovations, but also in the magical plants themselves.
You must know, these magical plants were very dangerous. Poisons and such were normal features. Some even possessed supernatural offensive abilities.
If someone unfamiliar with their traits recklessly touched them, the result would be injury, even death.
Just like now, as soon as Link arrived at the greenhouse, he saw a chubby little boy crying loudly in Professor Sprout's arms, while Sprout was carefully squeezing a clear, sticky sap from a plant that looked like aloe onto the boy's already swollen, pig-hoof-like hand.
"Neville, from now on in class you must wear dragon hide gloves, you mustn't ever forget!"
Professor Sprout said this with a face full of pity. The sobbing chubby boy raised his head from her arms and said, "I'm sorry, I... I know, Professor Sprout. It's just... just that I forgot where I put my dragon hide gloves."
"Oh~ Neville~" Professor Sprout sighed helplessly, and then her eyes caught sight of Link, who had already entered the greenhouse.
"Link, come over here," Professor Sprout hurriedly called him over and pointed at the chubby boy's hand, saying, "Take a look, this is what happens when you don't wear dragon hide gloves in class. Just like Neville, you must always remember in the future."
"Understood, Professor Sprout." Link casually responded with his mouth, but all his attention was focused on the chubby boy in her arms.
This chubby boy named Neville was someone Link knew. His full name was Neville Longbottom, a child of the Longbottom family, a pure-blood family loyal to Gryffindor House, and he was also a classmate and close friend of the Golden Trio.
Although his personality was still a bit timid now, in the later part of the story he displayed extraordinary bravery and wisdom.
To be honest, Link rather liked him. But Neville clearly didn't like Link that much.
Being stared at so intensely by Link, his face turned pale immediately, and even his body began to tremble, a look of utter fear.
"L-L-Link!"
Finally, Neville seemed unable to suppress the fear in his heart anymore. After a sharp, ear-piercing scream, he broke free from Sprout's embrace and stumbled out of the greenhouse, knocking over several flower pots along the way.
Link and Professor Sprout stood dumbfounded, staring at Neville's retreating figure, not knowing what to say for a moment.
"Sigh, Neville ah~"
After a while, Professor Sprout sighed and then stood up to clean up the mess Neville had left behind.
Seeing this, Link hurried to help. The two of them spent quite some effort cleaning up all the broken flower pots, after which Professor Sprout looked at Link and smiled.
"Link, is there something you came to find me for?"
Link didn't bother with polite talk. He brushed off the dry, white bits of soil on his hands and directly explained the problem he had encountered.
As Link spoke, Professor Sprout's expression kept changing. First surprise, then a frown, and finally a serious, solemn look.
"To be honest, Link, for a little wizard like you to start researching silent casting spells is really a bit early. I think instead of focusing on this, it would be better to put your efforts into other more fundamental subjects,"
Professor Sprout looked at Link sincerely and said, "But considering you've already researched so deeply, I suppose I should offer you some help."
"Really? Thank you so much!"
Link said excitedly, but Professor Sprout waved her hand and said, "Don't be too happy just yet. My help doesn't necessarily mean you'll be able to learn the silent casting of Mending Charm. Don't get your hopes too high."
"Don't worry, Professor Sprout, I understand what you mean," Link nodded and said. "The reason I came to you is only because I'm unwilling to give up. If I still can't master silent casting of Mending Charm with your help, I'll focus my efforts on other spells."
Sprout nodded with a look of "this child can be taught" and said, "Not bad. Then let me tell you. The problem you're facing now is simply that you can't observe the spell model of Mending Charm. This is a very normal thing. Because you're still young, your magical power and mental strength haven't fully developed. And sensing magical power requires strong mental strength."
"That's why Hogwarts professors only start teaching silent casting to higher-grade students, because only they have enough mental strength to sense the spell model. So, to solve your current problem, either wait a few more years until your mental strength improves naturally, or... go study Super Sensory Charm."
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